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India’s flag bearers revealed: Bhaker, Toor to lead contingent at Asian Games opening
As the Asian Games opening ceremony approaches, Manu Bhaker and Tajinderpal Singh Toor have been chosen to carry India’s flag, symbolising the country’s sports spirit. Bhaker, celebrated for her double Olympic medal triumph, recently earned two bronzes at the Paris Olympics. Toor, a leader in shot put with two previous Asian Games titles, brings valuable…
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Abhishek Sharma reveals Yuvraj’s message after scoring record-breaking century
Abhishek Sharma smashed a record 30-ball century against Afghanistan after receiving advice from mentor Yuvraj Singh to avoid forcing shots and rotate the strike. He scored 102 as India posted 221/7 and won by 127 runs. Abhishek finished the three-match series with 229 runs, including two centuries, responding strongly after facing pressure following a difficult…
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Buttler dethrones Pollard to become No. 1 T20 run-scorer, first to score 15000 runs
In an impressive display of talent, Jos Buttler has carved his name in T20 cricket history as the first player to exceed fifteen thousand runs. This momentous achievement sets him apart from Kieron Pollard, the previous record-holder. Moreover, his remarkable performance contributed to England’s victory over Sri Lanka, winning the series by six wickets with…
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Olympiad: How Nihal saved India’s day amid Gukesh’s historic drop in rating points
Gukesh slipped below 2700 after a draw with Indonesia’s Satria Duta Cahaya, his first such drop since 2022. With three boards drawn, Nihal Sarin rescued India with a dramatic win over Arif Abdul Hafiz, featuring a bold rook sacrifice. India won 2.5-1.5. The women’s team beat Finland 3.5-0.5 and will face Greece next. The men’s…
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Rizwan approaches ICC over mobile phone seizure by Pakistan’s cyber crime agency
Mohammad Rizwan has reached out to the ICC Anti-Corruption Unit seeking clarification on his situation after his mobile phone was confiscated by Pakistan’s cyber crime agency. Despite his efforts, the Lahore High Court dismissed his petition contesting the agency’s notices. Rizwan is looking for answers about the procedures involved and the role of the ICC,…
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‘He has to wait’: Gambhir’s message to Sooryavanshi as teenage sensation watches on
India coach Gautam Gambhir stressed patience for young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s senior team opportunities. Established players’ consistent performances will always precede new talent entering the squad. Gambhir found Sanju Samson’s exclusion from the England series a difficult coaching decision. Samson repaid faith with half-centuries, while Abhishek Sharma achieved a record score. The team prioritized the World…
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The floor is rising: How India’s Asian Games medal story has changed over two decades
India’s Asian Games medal tally has consistently surpassed fifty medals in recent editions. Hangzhou saw India achieve its highest-ever medal haul, crossing one hundred medals. This success reflects a broader sporting ecosystem with medals from multiple disciplines. Olympic performance also shows progress with multiple medals in five consecutive games. India’s sporting floor is rising, indicating…
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IPL media rights: Industry seeks best price-discovery models
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‘Nothing against sportsman spirit’: Pakistan on decision to boycott Israel at Olympiad
Pakistan refused to play Israel in the opening round of the 2026 Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, handing Israel a 4-0 walkover. Pakistan’s chess federation said the decision followed the government’s policy of not recognising Israel and was also meant to show solidarity with Palestinians. Officials stressed the boycott was about state policy, not the players…
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For women’s cricket, Asiad a ‘teaser’ before 2028 LA Olympics opportunity
India’s women’s cricket team begins its Asian Games title defence against Japan, but coach Amol Muzumdar and captain Harmanpreet Kaur see the tournament as preparation for cricket’s return to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028. China’s quarterfinal against Bangladesh was abandoned, sending Bangladesh through, while Pakistan beat Thailand by three wickets to reach the semifinals.